12th Apr 2016 06:26
LONDON (Alliance News) - Whitbread PLC on Tuesday said Christopher Rogers, the managing director of the Costa coffee shop business, has stepped down from his post to be replaced by Dominic Paul.
Rogers will step down from the board on April 20 but remain with the company until July 1 to ensure a smooth handover. Paul will take up his new role on June 6.
Paul joins Whitbread from cruise company Royal Caribbean International, where he has been senior vice president of international since 2013. Prior to this, he worked at International Consolidated Airlines-owned British Airways and easyJet PLC.
"Dominic brings a wealth of experience in the travel and leisure industry, both here in the UK and overseas and his recent experience is particularly relevant for Costa's international growth plans. His passion for delivering outstanding customer experiences and track record of delivering growth in customer-focused hospitality businesses makes him the perfect fit for Costa," Chief Executive Alison Brittain said in a statement.
By Karolina Kaminska; [email protected] @KarolinaAllNews
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